Loved it, definitely recommend booking this tour! The bus ride from Antalya to Cappadocia took very long but there are stops on the way every 2h with workshops, tastings and and the underground city. It was a bit of a shame that each stop was timed out and we couldn’t dtay longer on our free time, there was a bit of a strict bus schedule. We didn’t stay longer than 40min at some spots, which would have been nice to. Lunch was rushed but tasted great, but had to pay extra for it (ca. 12€). We arrived at the hotel at 6pm. There isn’t anything to do in the village of the hotel, but considering you have to be up around 3-4am for the balloons, I didn’t think it was an issue. Murat was an excellent and friendly guide. During the bus ride he gave a lot of information on Turkey and Cappadocia.

A captivating 2-day journey through Cappadocia left me spellbound. The surreal landscapes, adorned with whimsical rock formations, transported me to another world. The hot air balloon ride at sunrise was a breathtaking spectacle, and exploring ancient underground cities was a fascinating glimpse into history. The warm hospitality of the locals and their rich culture added an unforgettable dimension to this mesmerizing tour.

So first of all: the tour was great. We got the information needed, even though the bus couldn't drive to our location, they found us a meeting point 10 mins away. The pickup is actually 1 hour earlier than stated here, ours was at 3AM. This is because Payless Tourism is not the actual operator of the tour as I understand: they are a service provider, who connect you with a supplier, who provides the tour. The guide was great, really knowledgable and gave a great context. Some stops are not really interesting and are rather designed to sell your stuff. The only thing I didn't like is that it turned out, that the guide was offering the balloon flight for only €180. We chose the option containing the flight here for €320 each, while it turned out we could do the whole thing for €240. When I raised this issue, Payless was reluctant to resolve, so we ended up paying €120 more pp than others booking the flight. The experience was great, but the money side felt like a rip-off.